Could You Be Suffering From Dairy Intolerance?

What is dairy intolerance?

Dairy intolerance is sensitivity to anything that is made from or contains cow's milk. Those who are suffering from dairy intolerance experience a reaction to dairy because they are intolerant to the proteins in milk. Goat’s milk is the easiest for humans to digest, because goat’s milk proteins are most similar to the protein found in human milk.

What are the symptoms of dairy intolerance?

Symptoms of dairy intolerance commonly include:

• Constipation or diarrhoea
• Bloating and indigestion
• Consistently runny or blocked nose
• Recurrent sinusitis or chest infections
• Skin conditions such as eczema, acne or rash
• Headaches, tiredness, nausea

Symptoms can start immediately or take up to 72 hours to manifest. Sufferers may show only one or several of these symptoms as there is a large variation in the degree of intolerance. Some people may only be slightly intolerant and can cope with small quantities of dairy, whilst others only feel well when they totally avoid dairy products.

Is lactose intolerance and dairy intolerance the same thing?

No. Lactose is the name of the type of sugar found in milk. Some people are only lactose intolerant and others are intolerant to the proteins in milk.

The ImuPro test checks your reaction to milk proteins and will confirm whether or not you have a type III dairy intolerance. Lactose intolerance, by contrast, is a disorder of absorption of the milk sugar in the milk. Lactose-free milk does not contain any milk sugar, but still includes the normal protein content. Therefore, a reaction in the ImuPro test indicates that you have an incompatibility with the milk protein content in the milk. In this case, you have a type III intolerance to dairy products, but this does not necessarily mean you are lactose intolerant. Click here to find out more about lactose intolerance.

How is dairy intolerance treated?

The simplest solution for managing dairy intolerance is to maintain a dairy-free diet. However, it is important to positively identify exactly which food is causing the reaction because the milk protein Casein is now included in hundreds of processed foods, including:

• coffee whiteners
• soups
• cereals
• sauces
• breath mints
• chocolate
• protein bars and powders
• biscuits
• salad dressings
• baby formula
• dessert toppings

How do I find out whether I have a dairy intolerance?

Taking a Food Intolerance Test enables you to eliminate uncertainty and confirm whether or not you have food intolerance. The ImuPro300 test can detect whether a dairy intolerance is present. It is possible to have a Type III IgG allergy or intolerance to certain foods and additives without your knowledge; you may be experiencing any one of a number of symptoms, whilst remaining totally oblivious to the cause.

When you receive your ImuPro300 test results and put your personalised diet rotation plan into practice you will soon notice the difference in your general wellbeing.

For more information on which foods are tested with ImuPro300, consult our list of foods tested.

Why is ImuPro the best way to find out if you have a dairy intolerance?

ImuPro300 is the most comprehensive IgG test available, covering 271 foods. Tests that cover only 90 foods can often miss the foods that are causing you problems. It is an easy, fast method of pinpointing exactly which foods are causing a reaction. This way, you have a clear guideline to begin eliminating only those foods that are causing your symptoms, rather than having to maintain a strict diet that eliminates entire food groups.

If you suspect that you may have a dairy intolerance and would like to discuss the best ImuPro testing option for you, please contact us online or call us on 1300 481 151 for free, no-obligation information from a food intolerance testing specialist.